Head Miller

ADM - Global; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global nutrition company is seeking a Head Miller for its operations team in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This full-time role involves overseeing daily milling activities, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality while developing staff and processes. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering or a related field, with over 5 years of supervisory experience in a milling environment. The company offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance

Competitive retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of supervisory or production experience in milling or manufacturing.
• Thorough working knowledge of milling processes and equipment.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation and maintenance of milling equipment.
• Train and mentor operational staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Lead continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Familiarity with milling processes

Education

Degree in Engineering, Milling Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Job Description

Head Miller – Winnipeg, Manitoba Help Us Shape the Future of Nutrition

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Department: Operations

Compensation: Competitive salary with a complete benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plan

Pre-Employment Requirement: Successful completion of pre-employment medical and reference checks

Why ADM?

At ADM, we unlock nature’s potential to improve lives every single day. As a global leader in human and animal nutrition, we’re driven by innovation, sustainability, and purpose. From farm to formula, from seed to solution, our team delivers the ingredients and insights that nourish the world. Learn more at www.adm.com.

About the Role

We’re seeking a Head Miller to join our high-performing operations team at our 15,300 cwt/day wheat flour mill in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This key operational role supports daily milling activities, employee training, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Head Miller will uphold ADM’s high standards for safety, quality, and operational excellence while fostering a culture of accountability and growth.

Reporting directly to the Mill Superintendent, the Head Miller will ensure the mill runs efficiently, safely, and sustainably—helping ADM deliver the highest-quality flour to customers worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee efficient daily operation and maintenance of 15,300 cwt/day mills for maximum yield and productivity
• Model and reinforce all safety practices and ensure compliance with ADM policies and regulatory standards
• Train and mentor operational staff while developing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects to optimize plant performance and yield KPIs
• Coordinate production schedules and monitor department operations to ensure efficiency and quality targets are met
• Drive employee engagement, team development, and process improvements across the facility
• Conduct safety audits, root‑cause analyses, and implement corrective actions for incidents and unsafe behaviors
• Maintain accurate safety, environmental, and operational documentation and records
• Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and quality systems, including GMP and food defense practices
• Prepare for and participate in internal, customer, and regulatory audits

What You Bring

• Degree in Engineering, Milling Science, or a related field strongly preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on supervisory or production experience in a milling or manufacturing environment
• Thorough working knowledge of milling processes, equipment, and systems
• Proven leadership, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Commitment to maintaining ADM’s world‑class standards in safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced, physically demanding environments (standing, climbing, confined spaces, temperature extremes)

What’s in It for You

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Competitive retirement plan
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• A supportive and safety‑focused work environment
• The chance to play a key role in ADM’s global mission to enrich the quality of life worldwide

Other Requirements

• Must pass pre‑employment medical and reference checks
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Regular, reliable attendance required
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Equal Opportunity Employer

ADM celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know—we’re happy to help.